DVA News
WDVA Recognizes LGBTQI+ Veterans
Published: 06/01/2023
NEWS RELEASE - Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs to Open their First On-site Nursing Assistant Academy
Published: 05/31/2023
PROCLAMATION - MEMORIAL DAY 2023
Published: 05/29/2023
2023 Memorial Day Proclamation
WHEREAS, since the late 19th century, each year in May, Americans pause to observe Memorial Day, a special day and National holiday since 1971 set aside to remember with dignity
and admiration those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation; and
WHEREAS, our predecessors shaped the structure of our political system, set forth the … read more
Memorial Day Message from your WDVA Director
Published: 05/29/2023
As we gather to observe Memorial Day and enjoy the 3-day weekend, Let us take a moment to reflect on the significance of this important day. Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.
As we serve the veterans community, we have a special… read more
Message from the Director
Published: 05/23/2023
NEWS RELEASE - Solomon Gilbert named Deputy Director of your Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs
Published: 05/22/2023
NEWS RELEASE - Memorial Day Proclamation, Washington State Memorial Day Events & Observances, and Memorial Day Observance at State Veterans Cemetery
Published: 05/18/2023
NEWS RELEASE - Memorial Day Proclamation, Washington State Memorial Day Events & Observances, and Memorial Day Observance at State Veterans Cemetery
Medical Lake — Public Invited to Memorial Day Observance at State Veterans Cemetery.
The State Veterans Cemetery at Medical Lake will hold an annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 29. The… read more
Honoring May as Military Spouse Appreciation Month
Published: 05/12/2023
May is Public Service Recognition Week and Military Appreciation Month
Published: 05/09/2023
During the month of May, I have the opportunity to thank all WDVA Team Members during our state’s annual Public Service Recognition Week.
At WDVA we take our mission of Serving Those Who Served very seriously. Many of our team members are Veterans, spouses, or family members so we feel a personal connection to the people and communities we serve each day!
From our Veterans… read more
NEWS RELEASE - Women Veterans Forum and Veterans Town Hall - Yakima - 16 & 17 May 2023
Published: 05/02/2023
Yakima County: The veteran community is invited to a Women Veterans Forum from 5:… read more